Project Management Degree Apprentice Review

Assisting with the project managers daily work, attending meetings, engaging with stakeholders. Working on improvement projects.

Yes, I have learnt many skills in accordance with the project management apprenticeship standard. For example, stakeholder engagement, teamwork, the business environment.

I enjoy the apprenticeship community and engaging with other people on the programme. The programme offers many opportunities and stretch activities.

It is very structured with the review of knowledge, skills and behaviours to manage progress and find areas for improvement.

The early careers staff are available to assist and support. Regular reviews ensure there is frequent communication for me to raise any issues or concerns.

We review University progress at 12 weekly reviews to- ensure grades are on track. There are also opportunities to raise concerns about the university programme and to offer improvements.

It provides the background knowledge for project management topics and it can be practised in assessments. For example, using Microsoft project has been helpful when working on projects in my role.

There are lots of stretch opportunities available such as helping with open evenings, doing activities with local schools and networking with other members of the function.

Yes

There are many opportunities available to develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours through stretch activities, work on placement and university. You can also carry out placement work alongside academic learning and development.

Ensure you are aware of the major projects BAE systems are working on, research the specific skills required for the role and ensure you are applying for a role you are interested in.